Quantock Close is in Risca, Newport and in Newport district. NP11 6QW is located in the Risca East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Islwyn. This postcode has been in use since 1999-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Quantock Close, Risca, Newport, NP11 6QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: NP11 6RH, NP11 6QS, NP11 6RB, NP11 6QT, NP11 6RG, NP11 6QU, NP11 6RE, NP11 6RF, NP11 6RA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around NP11 6QW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 50.6% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.6% | 49.4% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of NP11 6QW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.1% | 22.7% | -2.4% | 37.9% | -15.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.2% | 56% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 11.8% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 10.4% | 11.1% | 0.7% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 9.7% | 5.8% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 44.5% | 41% | -3.5% | 48.4% | -7.4% |
| Good health | 34.7% | 33.6% | -1.1% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 20.5% | 5.8% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 4.1% | -1.2% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.6% | 19% | -9.6% | 18.2% | 0.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 13% | -0.4% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 17.1% | 1.5% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 7.4% | 3.1% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.3% | 18.5% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 20.8% | -2.6% | 33.8% | -13.0% |
| Other | 0.4% | 4.2% | 3.8% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 1.2% |
| Mixed Other | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97% | 96.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
In this area, 98.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.9% | 98.4% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 98.4% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 15.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 9.8% | -9.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.5% | 76.7% | 4.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 17.7% | 13.5% | 4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.8% | 37.2% | 11.6% |
| Christian | 43.8% | 46.2% | -2.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Quantock Close was 150.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.1% higher than the Risca East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Quantock Close has the 4th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in Risca East and the 102nd highest crime rate of 569 local areas in Caerphilly .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 94.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 36.6%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Quantock Close, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £159,000 | 2025-09-16 | £159,000 |
| 15 Quantock Close, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2024-12-18 | £160,075 |
| 36 Quantock Close, Newport, Caerphilly Terraced, an established residential building | £139,500 | 2024-11-01 | £141,780 |
| 12 Quantock Close, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-02-10 | £164,660 |
| 1 Quantock Close, Newport, Caerphilly Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-11-25 | £174,831 |
NP11 6QW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
The percentage of retired residents living in NP11 6QW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 79 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Education | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Risca Community Comprehensive School Pontymason Lane , Rogerstone NP11 6YY | - not rated | 740 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Pentwynmawr Primary School Tonypistyll Road , Pentwynmawr NP11 6HJ | - not rated | 982 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Sign Primary School Elm Drive , Risca NP11 6HJ | - not rated | 1,022 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ty Isaf Infants & Nursery School M Street , Risca NP11 6EF | - not rated | 1,047 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Risca Primary School Danygraig Road , Risca NP11 6DB | - not rated | 1,809 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub @ Hub | 271 Elm Drive | 322 yd | |
| TLC Cafe | 76 Elm Drive | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masons Arms | Mill Terrace | 982 yd | |
| Pontymister Welfare Bowls Club | R/O, Springfield Road | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Frydays | 271-273 Elm Drive | 423 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 32.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 49.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 50.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 94.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 94.2 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.